Wicca or other forms of paganism
Modern witchcraft
Crystall healing or charging
Tarot or oracle card readings
Manifesting or intention-setting
Moon bathing or energy work
That’s a great question, and the answer is no, not all of them are necessarily considered witchcraft, though they certainly fall under the larger umbrella of “witchy” or New Age practices.
Here’s a breakdown:
Considered Witchcraft or Directly Related
These are generally seen as practices within or closely related to modern witchcraft and paganism:
Wicca or other forms of paganism: Wicca is a specific, recognized form of modern pagan witchcraft. Other forms of paganism (like Druidry or Asatru) may or may not include magic, but they are all distinct spiritual paths.
Modern witchcraft: This is the most direct answer—it's the entire category. This includes spellwork, ritual, and working with specific energies (like the moon's).
Practices Often Incorporated by Witches but Not Exclusively Witchcraft
These practices are widely used by witches but are also common in New Age, spiritual, or self-help communities that do not identify as witches.
Crystall healing or charging: This is a common part of witchcraft, but it's also a standalone practice used by many who are focused purely on holistic healing or energy work without engaging in spellcraft.
Tarot or oracle card readings: This is a tool for divination and self-reflection. Witches use them constantly, but so do countless spiritual advisors, therapists, and people who just like to use them for insight.
Manifesting or intention-setting: This is a core part of magical practice, but it's also a fundamental concept in self-help, the Law of Attraction, and general positive psychology. Many people manifest without ever calling it "magic."
Moon bathing or energy work: This is a form of spiritual connection or meditation. While witches do it to absorb magical energy, non-witches may simply do it to feel connected to nature or for spiritual cleansing and relaxation.
In short, the person’s original comment was using “witchy shit” as a playful shorthand for “any cool, spiritual ritualistic thing you did,” whether it was technically a spell or just a mindful moment under the full moon.